Next Event:
Chamber Business Women – “AI in Business: What It Is, Why You Need It, and How to Use It Wisely”
Featured Speaker: Pam Fahndrich, Co-Publisher & Director of Community Engagement, WhirLocal Salem
Discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming small businesses and why embracing it is essential for future growth. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of AI, its practical applications, and its growing role in business operations to increase efficiency, enhance customer experiences and reduce costs. Attendees will leave with 3 key insights to always keep in mind, and how to start small with AI adoption and avoid the risks of falling behind competitors. This session is designed to empower businesswomen at all levels of AI understanding, providing inspiration to think strategically about AI’s role in their business success.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 21, 11:45AM to 1:00PM
WHERE: Roth’s Fresh Markets, 1130 Wallace Road NW
Pre-registration for this event is required.
About Our Speaker:
Pam Fahndrich is a dedicated advocate for fostering meaningful local connections and empowering community growth in Salem, Oregon. As Co-Publisher and Director of Community Engagement at WhirLocal Salem, Pam plays a vital role in championing local businesses, nonprofits, and residents through a unique community-based local media model. WhirLocal Salem publishes a digital magazine, weekly email newsletter, and business directory designed to connect people with local resources and stories while offering marketing tools that help businesses and nonprofits strengthen their online presence, reputation, and reach.
With over 30 years of experience living, working, and building relationships in Salem, Pam brings a deep understanding of the community and an unwavering passion for its success.
In 2023, she and her husband, Tim, also co-founded WhirLocal Media Group LLC, expanding WhirLocal’s innovative local media model into additional markets across Oregon and the U.S. through partnerships with independent publishers.
Pam is also a highly active member of the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, where she serves as a volunteer Chamber Ambassador and has held leadership roles, including Vice-Chair and Chair of the Chamber Business Women and Chamber Greeters.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Pam enjoys playing the piano and leading worship at church, singing with her husband, and showering affection on their beloved “grand-dog,” Luca. Her warmth and enthusiasm make her an engaging speaker and she passionately believes that “Thinking Local” Matters.
CHAMBER BUSINESS WOMEN
Chamber Business Women is a platform for members of the Salem Chamber to create solid relationships, further professional development, and build strategic alliances. This unique environment is a gathering place for individuals with diverse levels of professional experiences to share ideas and mentor each other.
The program is structured around helping create a strong professional network while giving participants an opportunity to engage with other members in a casual setting. The dedicated hour of your day, once a month, will empower you to strengthen your business and connection to the community.
Speaking at the Chamber Business Women program is a great opportunity to show off your expertise and spotlight your knowledge on a particular topic as a member of the business community. If you are interested in speaking, please share with us what you’re passionate about, a valuable takeaway or lesson of wisdom that you would like to share with the attendees.
Chamber Business Women meets once a month over the lunch hour at Roth’s Fresh Markets in West Salem. Feel free to arrive at 11:45 a.m. for casual networking. View the event calendar for times and locations.
If you would like to receive email updates and meeting reminders, please contact Jackie Ellerbrock.